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Senior Peer Counseling Program Funding

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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Public comments (4)

ConcernedMJ DonahueMay 19, 2026

Urged the board to restore funding for the defunded bilingual senior peer counseling program at Alliance on Aging, citing suicide prevention.

Board of Supervisors — May 19, 2026 · 28:26 →
ConcernedNan HaflinMay 19, 2026

Highlighted the barriers seniors face in accessing mental health care and urged reinstatement of the senior peer counseling program.

Board of Supervisors — May 19, 2026 · 30:35 →
SupportiveJosie AvilaMay 19, 2026

Shared personal testimony of how senior peer counseling helped her overcome grief and anxiety after losing her husband.

Board of Supervisors — May 19, 2026 · 32:39 →
ConcernedTeresa SullivanMay 19, 2026

Provided historical perspective on the partnership between Behavioral Health and Alliance on Aging in developing senior mental health services.

Board of Supervisors — May 19, 2026 · 34:11 →